Farewell Ceremony and Appreciation of Services for Departing CMDR COE Staff
Date: (18-08-2025)
On the occasion of the completion of the CMDR COE duty tour of Brigadier General Christos SGOUROMALLIS, CMDR COE Deputy Director, Lieutenant Colonel Svetozar BOSILKOV, Programmes and Students Expert, and Lieutenant Colonel Daniel BACHVAROV, Analysis and Lessons Learned Expert, have been awarded by the Bulgarian Minister of Defence, Mr. Atanas ZAPRYANOV for their high professionalism and dedication, for great achievements in service, and outstanding contribution to the CMDR COE performance.
Following the presentation of appreciation gifts to the officers, they expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the CMDR COE Team and its leadership for fostering a supportive and great work environment throughout their mandate. They emphasized the significant opportunities for development and meaningful projects, enriching experience, and job satisfaction.
The Greek Ambassador, H.E. Mr. Alexios Marios LYBEROPOULOS, and the Romanian Defence Attaché, Colonel Vasile-Cristian ONESIMIUC, attended the event, paying a tribute to the outgoing officers.
On behalf of the entire staff, the CMDR COE Director expressed his gratitude to the departing officers, highlighting their valuable contribution and devotion, ensuring that their inputs are memorable and truly beneficial for the high-standards name of the Centre.
CMDR COE has always held the value of its staff in the highest regard, and this ceremony reflected that commitment. BGEN Sgouromallis, LTC Bosilkov, and LTC Bachvarov leave behind long-lasting friendships and cherished memories.
The colleagues sincerely wished success in the future career of the outgoing CMDR COE members, and insured them that the doors of our Centre will be always open for them, looking forward for future collaboration and meetings.
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